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Pudu, India

Karnataka · India

Pudu is a small city in Karnataka, India with a population of 13,533. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
13,533 Population 44/sq mi density
128 ft Elevation 39 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
126.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,200 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$3,200 median income, 3.8% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$28,000 home value, $70/mo rent

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About Pudu

Pudu is a census town in Dakshina Kannada district in the Indian state of Karnataka.

People

Population13,533
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density44/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$3,200
Per Capita$3,400
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty13.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$28,000
Rent$70
Housing Units5,413
Rent Burden27.7%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain126.7 in/yr
Sunny Days205/yr
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Population13,533
Population Density44 / sq mi
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Coordinates12.8667°, 74.9673°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKarnataka
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation126.7 inches (3,219 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,200
Median Age29.5 years

About Pudu

Pudu is a small city in India (Karnataka) with a population of 13,533. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 126.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Pudu has a population of 13,533 with a density of 44 people per square mile, spread across 309.8 square miles. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

13,533
Total Population
44
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below India avg
309.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Pudu vs India Average

The median household income in Pudu is $3,200, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $65, 95% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 244 business establishments.

Income: Pudu vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$3,200
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,400
Avg Weekly Wage$65

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above India avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above India avg
Establishments (County)244

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Pudu is $28,000, 90% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $70 (94% below the national average of $1,163). There are 5,413 total housing units in the city. 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$28,000
90% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$70
94% below India avg
Rent Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units5,413

Property Tax

Climate in Pudu

Pudu has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C (82°F). The hottest month is Apr (29.6°C), the coldest is Jul (26°C). Average annual precipitation is 3723 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27°C / 81°F 21° / 33° 0.5
Feb 27.6°C / 82°F 21.8° / 33.5° 3.6
Mar 28.8°C / 84°F 23.6° / 34° 23.9
Apr 29.6°C / 85°F 24.9° / 34.2° 28.9
May 29.2°C / 85°F 25° / 33.4° 172.3
Jun 26.9°C / 80°F 23.6° / 30.2° 929.8
Jul 26°C / 79°F 23.2° / 28.9° 1,023.9
Aug 26°C / 79°F 23.2° / 28.7° 762.0
Sep 26.4°C / 80°F 23.2° / 29.6° 446.9
Oct 27.2°C / 81°F 23.3° / 31.1° 215.6
Nov 27.8°C / 82°F 22.8° / 32.7° 98.9
Dec 27.4°C / 81°F 21.8° / 33° 16.3
Pudu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 126.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.8°F
50% above India avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days205 days/yr

Geography

Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Area309.8 sq mi (802.4 km²)
Population Density44/sq mi
Coordinates12.8667°N, 74.9673°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 126.7"
234% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 38.62"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.08"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Tauktae (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Tauktae Category 2 242 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in
March 83°F (29°C) 0.3 in
April 85°F (30°C) 2.0 in Warmest
May 85°F (29°C) 7.3 in
June 80°F (27°C) 29.4 in
July 78°F (26°C) 38.6 in Coldest, Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 24.7 in
September 79°F (26°C) 11.7 in
October 81°F (27°C) 8.8 in
November 81°F (27°C) 3.0 in
December 80°F (27°C) 0.8 in

Pudu has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 78°F in July to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 126.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (38.6") and January the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Pudu

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
azevision Radio - MP3 192 kbps
JANVANI 90.8 FM - MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Pudu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Old Music and Konkani Institute
Pilikula Gutthu Mane
Pilikula Regional Science Centre
Rani Abbakka Tulu Adhyayana Kendra

Libraries in Pudu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Attegoli Youth Club Library& Reading Room,Kayyar0.0
B K Mohammed Master Library And Reading Room0.0
Bm Ramayya Shetty Library And Study Centre0.0
Central City Library0.0
City Central Library0.0
Corporation Bank0.0
Corporation Bank Centennary Library0.0
E-Library0.0
Enmakaje Grama Panchayath Public Library0.0
Janashakthi Friends Library0.0
Jnana Degula0.0
Kannur Library0.0
Major Youth Club Library0.0
Mangalpady Panchayat Library0.0
Navachethana Library And Reading Room Badoor0.0
Navayuvaka Kalavrunda Library0.0
NITK Central Library0.0
Pace Library0.0
Ram Bangera Rural Library0.0
S N H S Perla library0.0
Santhosh Friends Club Library Pavala0.0

Farmers Markets in Pudu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
CELL MARKET PERLA
Dubai Market
Dubai Market
Fish Market
Karangalpady Market
Karnad Fish Market
Karnad Market
Manjeshwar Fish Market
MCC Market
Port Town Market
Port Town Market
Surathkal Market
Surathkal Old Market
Urva Store Market
Urwa Market
Urwa Market
Vitla Market

Banks in Pudu

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Karnataka Vikas Grameena Bank
Vijaya Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Pudu

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Pudu

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mangaluru International AirportIXELarge Airport

Post Offices in Pudu

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Pudu Post Office

Treatment Centers in Pudu

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Government Primary Health Palliative care Unit

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pudu

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Badria Jama Masjid
Masjidul Qiler Perimar
Shree Aanjaneya Temple
Shri Krishna Giri Mandira

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

🇮🇳 About India

Capital New Delhi
Population 1,352,617,328
Area 3,287,590 km²
GDP (USD) $3,638,489,096,034
GDP per capita $2,530
HDI 0.644
Life expectancy 72.0 years
Internet users 55.9%
Urban population 35.1%
Currency INR (Rupee)
Languages English, Hindi, Tamil
Calling code +91
TLD .in
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pudu

What is the population of Pudu?

Pudu has a population of 13,533 residents and is located in India. The population density is 44 people per square mile, spread across 309.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Pudu expensive to live in?

The median household income is $3,200, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $28,000 (90% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $70 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Pudu?

Pudu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 126.7 inches.

How is the job market in Pudu?

Pudu has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $65. There are 244 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Pudu?

The median home value in Pudu is $28,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $70.

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